U.S. Unexpectedly Added 162,000 Jobs in August
The unemployment rate remained at 4.1% in August.
Gas Prices Spike 15 Cents in One Week
Gas prices remain above $4 per gallon with no end in sight.
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5 Ways to Spend a Billion-Dollar Lottery Jackpot
TL;DR: Don’t do any of these things, at least not without first having a heart-to-heart with a financial advisor.
How Lotteries Work (and How Much You Keep If You Win)
The winner won't see the full amount — at least not all at once. Here's how to play, and what it means if you win.
How to Handle Your Medical Bills
Medical bills can quickly become overwhelming, but consumers often have more power than they might think.
27% of Americans Saw Credit Scores Actually Go Up Amid Pandemic
A new NerdWallet survey finds that more than a quarter of Americans (27%) report that their credit scores have gone up since the start of the pandemic. An additional 14% report their scores have worsened.
3 Common Credit Myths That Could Damage Your Score
A NerdWallet survey finds that Americans have misconceptions about credit that could hurt their credit scores.
How to Find a Happy Balance Among Competing Savings Goals
Deciding how to prioritize different savings goals can be overwhelming, but financial experts recommend ordering them by urgency.
How Much Does It Cost to Adopt a Child?
The adoption process can be long and cost anywhere from less than $1,000 to more than $50,000.
40% Say Their Financial Health Is Worse Now Than Pre-Pandemic
The NerdWallet survey also found that 21% of Americans say their financial health is better than before the pandemic.
